The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is a national museum in Winnipeg, Manitoba, located adjacent to The Forks. The purpose of the museum is to "explore the subject of human rights with a special but not exclusive reference to Canada, in order to enhance the public's understanding of human rights, to promote respect for others and to encourage reflection and dialogue." It held its opening ceremonies on 19 September 2014.
Established in 2008 through the enactment of Bill C-42, an amendment of the Canadian Museums Act, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first new national museum created in Canada since 1967, and it is the first new national museum ever to be located outside the National Capital Region.
History
On 17 April 2003, the 21st anniversary of the signing of Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the establishment of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights was announced as a joint partnership of the Asper Foundation, the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, City of Winnipeg and The Forks North Portage Partnership. The Asper Foundation donated $20 million.
Human rights are moral principles or norms, that describe certain standards of human behavior, and are regularly protected as legal rights in municipal and international law. They are commonly understood as inalienable fundamental rights "to which a person is inherently entitled simply because she or he is a human being," and which are "inherent in all human beings" regardless of their nation, location, language, religion, ethnic origin or any other status. They are applicable everywhere and at every time in the sense of being universal, and they are egalitarian in the sense of being the same for everyone. They require empathy and the rule of law and impose an obligation on persons to respect the human rights of others. They should not be taken away except as a result of due process based on specific circumstances; for example, human rights may include freedom from unlawful imprisonment, torture, and execution.
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Welcome to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg Canada! This thought-provoking museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring human rights around the world. We take you through a few of our favorite highlights like women's right to vote, migrant worker rights, and the story of how French became an official language in Canada. It is a must-see attraction in Winnipeg and one of the leading museums in Canada.
The architecture of the museum also tells a story. The Museum’s architecture takes you on a journey from darkness to light as you ascend to the top of the museum and is an important part of the visitor experience. Architect Antoine Predock embedded human rights symbolism everywhere, from the angular lines of the walkways, the choices of stone and materials su...
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The Human Rights Museum is located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, the Canadian Human Rights Museum attracts more than 230,000 visitors a year. As a national and international tourist destination people from around the world can participate in discussion and commit to taking action against hate and oppression.
About Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Winnipeg is the first national museum in Canada built outside the National Capital Region. The building was designed by Antoine Predock. The museum has 6 levels of exhibits and 11 galleries accessible via inclined ramps or elevators. Know more about the architectural details of the m...
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The PCL construction team and Smith Carter architect team that worked on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights show off the complex architecural elements to media Jan. 10, 2014
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The first museum in the world solely dedicated to human rights, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is located in the heart of Winnipeg. An architectural masterpiece, it's the perfect place to reflect on the past while inspiring a better future for all.
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A visit to Manitoba means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. It encompasses the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anish-Ininiwak, Dakota, Dene, Ininiwak and Nehethowuk and the homeland of the Métis. Learn more about Manitoba's Treaty areas here: https://www.travelmanitoba.com/places/treaty-areas/
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Find out more about the Canadian Museum For Human Rights, which is a Manitoba human rights museum in Winnipeg for the 21st century. It's possibly the best human rights museum in the world. Next time you're in Winnipeg, it's worth visiting the Canadian Museum For Human Rights in Winnipeg.
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Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Ambitious in scope, outstanding in execution – the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum built outside the capital region of Ottawa. Its striking building and thoughtful exhibits emphasize that vital conversations must take place, and they can start right here in the Prairies. Dig deep in the exhibits, or simply wander the illuminated alabaster walkways, contemplating the message.
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Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opens
Fri, Sep 19: After more than a decade of work, the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opened in Winnipeg —the only museum in the world dedicated to human rights. But, getting to opening day hasn't been easy. Shirlee Engel reports. For more info, please go to http://www.globalnews.ca
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Welcome to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg Canada! This thought-provoking museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring human r...
Welcome to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg Canada! This thought-provoking museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring human rights around the world. We take you through a few of our favorite highlights like women's right to vote, migrant worker rights, and the story of how French became an official language in Canada. It is a must-see attraction in Winnipeg and one of the leading museums in Canada.
The architecture of the museum also tells a story. The Museum’s architecture takes you on a journey from darkness to light as you ascend to the top of the museum and is an important part of the visitor experience. Architect Antoine Predock embedded human rights symbolism everywhere, from the angular lines of the walkways, the choices of stone and materials such as alabaster, to the use of glass in the exterior to symbolize dove wings for peace.
Thank you to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Tourism Winnipeg for helping to make this video possible. Visitor and itinerary information can be found on the links below:
@TourismWPG @MuseumforhumanrightsCa
https://www.tourismwinnipeg.com/
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Welcome to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg Canada! This thought-provoking museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring human rights around the world. We take you through a few of our favorite highlights like women's right to vote, migrant worker rights, and the story of how French became an official language in Canada. It is a must-see attraction in Winnipeg and one of the leading museums in Canada.
The architecture of the museum also tells a story. The Museum’s architecture takes you on a journey from darkness to light as you ascend to the top of the museum and is an important part of the visitor experience. Architect Antoine Predock embedded human rights symbolism everywhere, from the angular lines of the walkways, the choices of stone and materials such as alabaster, to the use of glass in the exterior to symbolize dove wings for peace.
Thank you to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Tourism Winnipeg for helping to make this video possible. Visitor and itinerary information can be found on the links below:
@TourismWPG @MuseumforhumanrightsCa
https://www.tourismwinnipeg.com/
https://humanrights.ca/
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The Human Rights Museum is located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, the Canadian Human Rights Museum attracts more than 230,000 visitors a year. As a national and international tourist destination people from around the world can participate in discussion and commit to taking action against hate and oppression.
About Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Winnipeg is the first national museum in Canada built outside the National Capital Region. The building was designed by Antoine Predock. The museum has 6 levels of exhibits and 11 galleries accessible via inclined ramps or elevators. Know more about the architectural details of the museum here.
What to Do at Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Things to Do
With 10 core galleries, guided tours, interactive experiences, thought-provoking programs and creative use of mobile technology, the Museum aims to inspire its visitors on a journey to erase barriers and create meaningful change. The various galleries and exhibitions in the Museum encourages its visitors, especially young visitors from toddlers to teens, to explore and investigate human rights topics at their own level of understanding. A visit to this museum is a journey on its own- not one but many, as it takes you through history teaching you about freedom and human rights in its essence.
There are various Galleries:
What are Human Rights? The Gallery is an introduction to the concept of Human Rights and the perspective of various people towards human rights. Present here, is a timeline featuring 100 selected moments from around the world and from all time.
Indigenous Perspectives Gallery features human rights stories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. The main focus of the gallery is a circular theatre that plays 360-degree films on indigenous rights and responsibilities.
Canadian Journeys tells the story of the journey to greater rights in Canada. This is the largest gallery in the museum.
Protecting Rights in Canada displays how a constantly evolving legal system protects human rights. At the gallery, visitors can see the Proclamation of Constitution Act, 1982 or explore court cases around a circular table.
Examining the Holocaust gallery gives its visitors an understanding of genocide. Also examined here is Canada’s own experience with anti-Semitism at the broken-glass theatre.
Turning Points for Humanity talks about the universal declaration of human rights and how people around the world are working hard to make human rights a reality.
Breaking the Silence teaches its visitors to speak out against acts of human rights violation and how silence/denial may unwittingly furthermore atrocities.
Actions Count: Your actions can make a difference. Learn about Canadians who took a stand on human rights in and around the world.
Rights Today talks about the ever-changing human rights in an ever-changing interconnected world. Present here is a tapestry of human rights defenders and an interactive wall map together with a small theatre.
Inspiring Change promotes dialogues and participation among its visitors to build a better world for all people.
Israel Asper Tower of Hope located in 8th floor : Access the Tower via elevator or stair to enjoy panoramic views of Winnipeg. There may be a wait time of 30 minutes to access the tower depending on the crowd.
The museum conducts various activities throughout the year inspiring visitors and fostering dialogues and celebrating diversity.
How to get to Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Address and directions
85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5
The Museum is located at 85 Israel Asper Way, at The Forks, in downtown Winnipeg. The main entrance is adjacent to a skateboard park and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
Parking: Public parking is available at metered lots around the Museum. The Forks provides free parking, although this parking is often limited to three hours in duration.
For cyclists, the Museum has bike racks at the Main Entrance and the Group Entrance.
Public Transit Accessibility: Winnipeg Transit has 33 routes that service The Forks and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. With stops on Main Street just outside Union Station, on William Stephenson Way, and on Israel Asper Way, getting to the Museum by bus couldn’t be easier.
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The Human Rights Museum is located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, the Canadian Human Rights Museum attracts more than 230,000 visitors a year. As a national and international tourist destination people from around the world can participate in discussion and commit to taking action against hate and oppression.
About Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Winnipeg is the first national museum in Canada built outside the National Capital Region. The building was designed by Antoine Predock. The museum has 6 levels of exhibits and 11 galleries accessible via inclined ramps or elevators. Know more about the architectural details of the museum here.
What to Do at Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Things to Do
With 10 core galleries, guided tours, interactive experiences, thought-provoking programs and creative use of mobile technology, the Museum aims to inspire its visitors on a journey to erase barriers and create meaningful change. The various galleries and exhibitions in the Museum encourages its visitors, especially young visitors from toddlers to teens, to explore and investigate human rights topics at their own level of understanding. A visit to this museum is a journey on its own- not one but many, as it takes you through history teaching you about freedom and human rights in its essence.
There are various Galleries:
What are Human Rights? The Gallery is an introduction to the concept of Human Rights and the perspective of various people towards human rights. Present here, is a timeline featuring 100 selected moments from around the world and from all time.
Indigenous Perspectives Gallery features human rights stories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. The main focus of the gallery is a circular theatre that plays 360-degree films on indigenous rights and responsibilities.
Canadian Journeys tells the story of the journey to greater rights in Canada. This is the largest gallery in the museum.
Protecting Rights in Canada displays how a constantly evolving legal system protects human rights. At the gallery, visitors can see the Proclamation of Constitution Act, 1982 or explore court cases around a circular table.
Examining the Holocaust gallery gives its visitors an understanding of genocide. Also examined here is Canada’s own experience with anti-Semitism at the broken-glass theatre.
Turning Points for Humanity talks about the universal declaration of human rights and how people around the world are working hard to make human rights a reality.
Breaking the Silence teaches its visitors to speak out against acts of human rights violation and how silence/denial may unwittingly furthermore atrocities.
Actions Count: Your actions can make a difference. Learn about Canadians who took a stand on human rights in and around the world.
Rights Today talks about the ever-changing human rights in an ever-changing interconnected world. Present here is a tapestry of human rights defenders and an interactive wall map together with a small theatre.
Inspiring Change promotes dialogues and participation among its visitors to build a better world for all people.
Israel Asper Tower of Hope located in 8th floor : Access the Tower via elevator or stair to enjoy panoramic views of Winnipeg. There may be a wait time of 30 minutes to access the tower depending on the crowd.
The museum conducts various activities throughout the year inspiring visitors and fostering dialogues and celebrating diversity.
How to get to Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Address and directions
85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5
The Museum is located at 85 Israel Asper Way, at The Forks, in downtown Winnipeg. The main entrance is adjacent to a skateboard park and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
Parking: Public parking is available at metered lots around the Museum. The Forks provides free parking, although this parking is often limited to three hours in duration.
For cyclists, the Museum has bike racks at the Main Entrance and the Group Entrance.
Public Transit Accessibility: Winnipeg Transit has 33 routes that service The Forks and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. With stops on Main Street just outside Union Station, on William Stephenson Way, and on Israel Asper Way, getting to the Museum by bus couldn’t be easier.
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The PCL construction team and Smith Carter architect team that worked on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights show off the complex architecural elements to medi...
The PCL construction team and Smith Carter architect team that worked on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights show off the complex architecural elements to media Jan. 10, 2014
The PCL construction team and Smith Carter architect team that worked on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights show off the complex architecural elements to media Jan. 10, 2014
The first museum in the world solely dedicated to human rights, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is located in the heart of Winnipeg. An architectural maste...
The first museum in the world solely dedicated to human rights, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is located in the heart of Winnipeg. An architectural masterpiece, it's the perfect place to reflect on the past while inspiring a better future for all.
▶︎ Explore more Manitoba: https://www.travelmanitoba.com
▶︎ Learn with The Canadian Museum for Human Rights: https://humanrights.ca
A visit to Manitoba means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. It encompasses the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anish-Ininiwak, Dakota, Dene, Ininiwak and Nehethowuk and the homeland of the Métis. Learn more about Manitoba's Treaty areas here: https://www.travelmanitoba.com/places/treaty-areas/
The first museum in the world solely dedicated to human rights, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is located in the heart of Winnipeg. An architectural masterpiece, it's the perfect place to reflect on the past while inspiring a better future for all.
▶︎ Explore more Manitoba: https://www.travelmanitoba.com
▶︎ Learn with The Canadian Museum for Human Rights: https://humanrights.ca
A visit to Manitoba means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. It encompasses the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anish-Ininiwak, Dakota, Dene, Ininiwak and Nehethowuk and the homeland of the Métis. Learn more about Manitoba's Treaty areas here: https://www.travelmanitoba.com/places/treaty-areas/
Find out more about the Canadian Museum For Human Rights, which is a Manitoba human rights museum in Winnipeg for the 21st century. It's possibly the best huma...
Find out more about the Canadian Museum For Human Rights, which is a Manitoba human rights museum in Winnipeg for the 21st century. It's possibly the best human rights museum in the world. Next time you're in Winnipeg, it's worth visiting the Canadian Museum For Human Rights in Winnipeg.
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Please watch: "Whale Watching Hervey Bay - Humpback Capital of the World"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUoBrPAYbTA
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Find out more about the Canadian Museum For Human Rights, which is a Manitoba human rights museum in Winnipeg for the 21st century. It's possibly the best human rights museum in the world. Next time you're in Winnipeg, it's worth visiting the Canadian Museum For Human Rights in Winnipeg.
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Whale Watching Hervey Bay - Humpback Capital of the World"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUoBrPAYbTA
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Ambitious in scope, outstanding in execution – the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum built outside the capital region of Ottawa. Its...
Ambitious in scope, outstanding in execution – the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum built outside the capital region of Ottawa. Its striking building and thoughtful exhibits emphasize that vital conversations must take place, and they can start right here in the Prairies. Dig deep in the exhibits, or simply wander the illuminated alabaster walkways, contemplating the message.
Ambitious in scope, outstanding in execution – the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum built outside the capital region of Ottawa. Its striking building and thoughtful exhibits emphasize that vital conversations must take place, and they can start right here in the Prairies. Dig deep in the exhibits, or simply wander the illuminated alabaster walkways, contemplating the message.
Fri, Sep 19: After more than a decade of work, the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opened in Winnipeg —the only museum in the world dedicated to ...
Fri, Sep 19: After more than a decade of work, the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opened in Winnipeg —the only museum in the world dedicated to human rights. But, getting to opening day hasn't been easy. Shirlee Engel reports. For more info, please go to http://www.globalnews.ca
Fri, Sep 19: After more than a decade of work, the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opened in Winnipeg —the only museum in the world dedicated to human rights. But, getting to opening day hasn't been easy. Shirlee Engel reports. For more info, please go to http://www.globalnews.ca
Welcome to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg Canada! This thought-provoking museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring human rights around the world. We take you through a few of our favorite highlights like women's right to vote, migrant worker rights, and the story of how French became an official language in Canada. It is a must-see attraction in Winnipeg and one of the leading museums in Canada.
The architecture of the museum also tells a story. The Museum’s architecture takes you on a journey from darkness to light as you ascend to the top of the museum and is an important part of the visitor experience. Architect Antoine Predock embedded human rights symbolism everywhere, from the angular lines of the walkways, the choices of stone and materials such as alabaster, to the use of glass in the exterior to symbolize dove wings for peace.
Thank you to The Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Tourism Winnipeg for helping to make this video possible. Visitor and itinerary information can be found on the links below:
@TourismWPG @MuseumforhumanrightsCa
https://www.tourismwinnipeg.com/
https://humanrights.ca/
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The Human Rights Museum is located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, the Canadian Human Rights Museum attracts more than 230,000 visitors a year. As a national and international tourist destination people from around the world can participate in discussion and commit to taking action against hate and oppression.
About Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg
Canadian Museum for Human Rights Winnipeg is the first national museum in Canada built outside the National Capital Region. The building was designed by Antoine Predock. The museum has 6 levels of exhibits and 11 galleries accessible via inclined ramps or elevators. Know more about the architectural details of the museum here.
What to Do at Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Things to Do
With 10 core galleries, guided tours, interactive experiences, thought-provoking programs and creative use of mobile technology, the Museum aims to inspire its visitors on a journey to erase barriers and create meaningful change. The various galleries and exhibitions in the Museum encourages its visitors, especially young visitors from toddlers to teens, to explore and investigate human rights topics at their own level of understanding. A visit to this museum is a journey on its own- not one but many, as it takes you through history teaching you about freedom and human rights in its essence.
There are various Galleries:
What are Human Rights? The Gallery is an introduction to the concept of Human Rights and the perspective of various people towards human rights. Present here, is a timeline featuring 100 selected moments from around the world and from all time.
Indigenous Perspectives Gallery features human rights stories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. The main focus of the gallery is a circular theatre that plays 360-degree films on indigenous rights and responsibilities.
Canadian Journeys tells the story of the journey to greater rights in Canada. This is the largest gallery in the museum.
Protecting Rights in Canada displays how a constantly evolving legal system protects human rights. At the gallery, visitors can see the Proclamation of Constitution Act, 1982 or explore court cases around a circular table.
Examining the Holocaust gallery gives its visitors an understanding of genocide. Also examined here is Canada’s own experience with anti-Semitism at the broken-glass theatre.
Turning Points for Humanity talks about the universal declaration of human rights and how people around the world are working hard to make human rights a reality.
Breaking the Silence teaches its visitors to speak out against acts of human rights violation and how silence/denial may unwittingly furthermore atrocities.
Actions Count: Your actions can make a difference. Learn about Canadians who took a stand on human rights in and around the world.
Rights Today talks about the ever-changing human rights in an ever-changing interconnected world. Present here is a tapestry of human rights defenders and an interactive wall map together with a small theatre.
Inspiring Change promotes dialogues and participation among its visitors to build a better world for all people.
Israel Asper Tower of Hope located in 8th floor : Access the Tower via elevator or stair to enjoy panoramic views of Winnipeg. There may be a wait time of 30 minutes to access the tower depending on the crowd.
The museum conducts various activities throughout the year inspiring visitors and fostering dialogues and celebrating diversity.
How to get to Canadian Museum for Human Rights?
Address and directions
85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5
The Museum is located at 85 Israel Asper Way, at The Forks, in downtown Winnipeg. The main entrance is adjacent to a skateboard park and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
Parking: Public parking is available at metered lots around the Museum. The Forks provides free parking, although this parking is often limited to three hours in duration.
For cyclists, the Museum has bike racks at the Main Entrance and the Group Entrance.
Public Transit Accessibility: Winnipeg Transit has 33 routes that service The Forks and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. With stops on Main Street just outside Union Station, on William Stephenson Way, and on Israel Asper Way, getting to the Museum by bus couldn’t be easier.
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The PCL construction team and Smith Carter architect team that worked on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights show off the complex architecural elements to media Jan. 10, 2014
The first museum in the world solely dedicated to human rights, The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is located in the heart of Winnipeg. An architectural masterpiece, it's the perfect place to reflect on the past while inspiring a better future for all.
▶︎ Explore more Manitoba: https://www.travelmanitoba.com
▶︎ Learn with The Canadian Museum for Human Rights: https://humanrights.ca
A visit to Manitoba means travelling through Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory and through communities who are signatories to Treaties 6 and 10. It encompasses the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anish-Ininiwak, Dakota, Dene, Ininiwak and Nehethowuk and the homeland of the Métis. Learn more about Manitoba's Treaty areas here: https://www.travelmanitoba.com/places/treaty-areas/
Find out more about the Canadian Museum For Human Rights, which is a Manitoba human rights museum in Winnipeg for the 21st century. It's possibly the best human rights museum in the world. Next time you're in Winnipeg, it's worth visiting the Canadian Museum For Human Rights in Winnipeg.
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Whale Watching Hervey Bay - Humpback Capital of the World"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUoBrPAYbTA
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Ambitious in scope, outstanding in execution – the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum built outside the capital region of Ottawa. Its striking building and thoughtful exhibits emphasize that vital conversations must take place, and they can start right here in the Prairies. Dig deep in the exhibits, or simply wander the illuminated alabaster walkways, contemplating the message.
Fri, Sep 19: After more than a decade of work, the new Canadian Museum of Human Rights officially opened in Winnipeg —the only museum in the world dedicated to human rights. But, getting to opening day hasn't been easy. Shirlee Engel reports. For more info, please go to http://www.globalnews.ca
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is a national museum in Winnipeg, Manitoba, located adjacent to The Forks. The purpose of the museum is to "explore the subject of human rights with a special but not exclusive reference to Canada, in order to enhance the public's understanding of human rights, to promote respect for others and to encourage reflection and dialogue." It held its opening ceremonies on 19 September 2014.
Established in 2008 through the enactment of Bill C-42, an amendment of the Canadian Museums Act, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first new national museum created in Canada since 1967, and it is the first new national museum ever to be located outside the National Capital Region.
History
On 17 April 2003, the 21st anniversary of the signing of Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the establishment of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights was announced as a joint partnership of the Asper Foundation, the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, City of Winnipeg and The Forks North Portage Partnership. The Asper Foundation donated $20 million.
"Man shall not live by bread alone Lay not up your treasures upon earth" Thousands listen to the master's words Thrown to the wind 'cause their hearts were not present People don't believe in miracles anymore Human Rights "Some foreign organization might be supporting you" Lights, camera, stampede and looting The powerful men and the saints wanted the leader (Where are the) Human Rights? The followers lost faith Many who dreamt of power are destroyed The press is a daily vampire Street kids steal and they are mistaken For the apostoles During the riot an extermination group of policemen shoot both Lords and slaves want everything easily Human rights Clubbing and kicking Blindfolded eyes Human rights
Internationally renowned architect and avid motorcyclist Antoine Predock is being remembered for his rare brand of creativity. Predock died Saturday. He was 87 ... .
World-renowned architect Antoine Predock was not interested in entering competitions until 2003, when the global search for a design of the new Canadian Museum for Human Rights popped up on his computer screen ... .
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters stormed the Canadian Museum for Human Rights Sunday morning to bring attention to the human rights crisis in Gaza during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war ... .
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights says it fully supports calls to search for the remains of Indigenous women believed to be the victims of an alleged Winnipeg serial killer ... .
Drag queensFeather Talia, Honey Dillia and Kymera read stories of inclusive families and love to children at the CMHR Saturday. RainbowTales was one of many events at the museum this spring that celebrate Pride... .